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XHJ 86

1977 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

13,075 mi
Last recorded13,075 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag60,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHJ 86
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 13,075 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 12,684 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 9,331 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 8,773 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 8,544 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 7,699 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 7,151 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 7,151 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

rear exhaust rubbers perrished

rear exhaust supports broke but still suported

Pass 8 May 2009 7,084 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 6,938 miles

water leak at top hose area?

Fail 30 Apr 2008 6,938 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

viscous fan faulty

water leak at top hose area?

Fail 10 May 2007 6,827 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Pass 10 May 2007 6,827 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 6,633 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 6,633 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Triumph Stag?

Based on 64,590 MOT tests across 6,070 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
417
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
6,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,039
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,744
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,507
Stop lamp not working 1,283
brake binding 1,269
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XHJ 86 is a 1977 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 60,708 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Stag fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,039 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XHJ 86, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Stag typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 49 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XHJ 86?

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What year was XHJ 86 registered?

XHJ 86 is a 1977 Triumph Stag, first registered on 24 March 1977.

Is XHJ 86 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHJ 86 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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